Health & Science
Harris positive for COVID-19, Biden not ‘close contact’
The White House said Tuesday that Harris tested positive on both rapid and a PCR tests, and said she “has exhibited no symptoms.”
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Biden will make Paxlovid, a highly effective COVID drug, available to more pharmacies
The antiviral pill is available to patients older than 12 who have tested positive for COVID and are at risk for developing a severe case of the disease.
4 years ago
Delco lawmakers call Crozer Health saga ‘disappointing,’ ‘corrosive’
Crozer Health, the four-hospital system in Delaware County, has been shrouded in controversy over the past two weeks — and local legislators are not happy.
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Weary of many disasters? U.N. says worse to come
A disaster-weary globe will be hit harder in the coming years by even more catastrophes colliding in an interconnected world, a United Nations report issued Monday says.
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Bird flu drives free-range hens indoors to protect poultry
Some farmers are wondering if it's OK that eggs sold as free-range come from chickens being kept inside.
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ARTZ event to recognize the impact of COVID on caregivers with loved ones with dementia
ARTZ is a nonprofit providing support for caregivers with loved ones dealing with dementia. COVID has amplified the need to offer support.
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Listen 5:59Philly ends mask mandate, days after reinstating it
The abrupt reversal comes days after people in the city had to start wearing masks again amid a sharp increase in infections.
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Here’s why you might still want to wear masks on public transport
You don't have to wear a mask on airplanes, buses and ride shares anymore, but you still might want to depending on the circumstances. Here's what experts say about the risks.
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New Jersey is warming at twice the rate of the rest of the continental U.S. A new report is aimed at helping local planners adapt.
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When you hear the word fungi, chances are mushrooms come to mind: button mushrooms, maybe portobellos, or chanterelles. But so much of th ...
Air Date: April 22, 2022
Listen 49:12COVID testing and treatment ‘right on the spot at no extra charge’ at Delaware clinic
The Newark Urgent Care Center is the first facility in Delaware to participate in the federal ‘Test to Treat’ initiative.
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In rainy Washington state, weak laws squash tenants’ rights to mold remediation
Washington’s landlord-tenant law shrugs at tenants and winks at landlords, especially when it comes to mold. Not so in New York and California.
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Listen 07:08Could magic mushrooms cure COVID-related smell loss?
Users report that psilocybin restored their sense of smell. We ask scientists what could explain this seemingly healing effect.
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Listen 15:37Philadelphia will lift recently reinstated indoor mask mandate
Officials are strongly recommending masks still be worn indoors. Further details will be announced Friday morning.
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Philly area finally off the ‘worst 25’ list for ozone pollution, but still gets failing grade
The American Lung Association says while ozone levels are improving, levels of particulate pollution are less promising.
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